Milan to join housing program

Wayne Workman, interim executive director of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) announced today 12 Michigan communities, including Milan, have been selected to take part in the Michigan Main Street Associate Level program.

Milan will receive training over the next year on the basics of the Main Street Four Point Approach®, including organization, promotion, economic restructuring and design. The training will be conducted by staff from the Michigan Main Street Center at MSHDA and Select and Master Level Main Street communities.

Studies show that investing in placemaking creates vibrant centers and downtowns that retain and attract talent, making the state economically stronger. Main Streets exist as places of civic and community congregation and are a reflection of what is loved about the towns and neighborhoods people call home.

Mayor Armitage states that, “This is great opportunity for the City of Milan as we reenergize our Downtown by supporting our business and activities already here and recruiting future businesses. The tools that will be available to the City will be beneficial and we look forward to working with the Main Street Program.”

The 12 communities to receive the Michigan Main Street Associate Level designation are:

• City of Dearborn

• Village of Homer

• City of Inkster

• City of Iron River

• City of Linden

• Village of Martin

• City of Milan

• REO Town Lansing

• City of Sault St. Marie

• Village of Sebewaing

• Village of Vicksburg

• City of Williamston

For more information on the Michigan Main Street Center at MSHDA and Associate Level services, visit www.michiganmainstreetcenter.com.